1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 915 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
